Which of the following schedules is most likely to generate a high rate of responding, with a tendency toward brief pauses immediately after each reinforcement?
A) variable ratio
B) fixed interval
C) fixed ratio
D) variable interval

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A fixed ratio schedule would be most likely to generate a high rate of responding since the reinforcement is delivered after a set number of responses. This creates a "goal" for the organism to reach and they will likely respond quickly to obtain the reinforcement. Additionally, there may be brief pauses immediately after each reinforcement as the organism takes a moment to consume or interact with the reinforcer before returning to the behavior.

Which of the Following Schedules Is Most Likely to Generate